Management of child camps: a structured literature review and new directions / Gestão de campos de férias para crianças: uma revisão estruturada da literatura e novas direções / Gestión de campamentos infantiles: una revisión estructurada de la literatura y nuevas direcciones

The study of child camps has grown over the last years. Still, the common use of different terminology and the dispersion of the information in literature regarding camps management, makes it difficult to clarify research and hinder the improvement of managerial practices. This study aims to synthetise existent knowledge in child camps' management, identify inconsistencies and gaps in the literature, and set directions for future research and practice on child camps. A structured review of peer-reviewed articles published between 1950-2021 was conducted. Results indicate that half of the studies used the term "summer camp"; but other ten different terms were also used. Five different management areas were identified: safety, consumer behaviour, human resources, event planning and camp research. Gaps were also identified in the literature. These findings are important to set new research avenues and to improve practice. (AU)

O estudo dos campos de férias para crianças aumentou nos últimos anos. Todavia, a utilização de diferentes termos e a dispersão da informação na literatura acerca da gestão destes eventos dificulta o esclarecimento das diretrizes de pesquisa, por um lado, e dificulta a melhoria das práticas de gestão, por outro. Este estudo visa sintetizar o conhecimento existente na gestão destes eventos, identificar inconsistências e lacunas na literatura, e definir direções para futuras pesquisas e práticas. Foi realizada uma revisão estruturada de estudos publicados entre 1950-2021. Metade dos estudos utilizou o termo "campos de verão"; mas também foram utilizados outros dez termos diferentes. Foram identificadas cinco áreas de gestão: segurança, comportamento do consumidor, recursos humanos, organização de eventos e pesquisa em campos de férias. Foram ainda identificadas lacunas na literatura. Estes resultados são importantes para definir novos caminhos de pesquisa e melhorar a gestão destes eventos. (AU)

El estudio de los campamentos de verano para niños se ha incrementado en los últimos años. Pero, el uso de términos diferentes, y la dispersión de información en la literatura, sobre la gestión de estos eventos, dificulta la clarificación de las directrices de investigación, e impide que los gestores mejoren sus prácticas. Este estudio buscó sintetizar el conocimiento existente en la gestión de estos eventos, identificar inconsistencias y lagunas en la literatura y definir direcciones para futuras investigaciones y prácticas. Se realizó una revisión estructurada de estudios publicados entre 1950-2021. La mitad de los estudios utilizaron "campamento de verano"; pero también se utilizaron otros diez términos diferentes. Se identificaron cinco áreas de gestión: seguridad, comportamiento del consumidor, recursos humanos, organización de eventos y investigación en campamentos de verano. También se identificaron lagunas en la literatura. Estos resultados son importantes para definir nuevos caminos de investigación y mejorar la gestión de estos eventos. (AU)

Podendo ser si-mesmo: experiências de adolescentes com doenças crônicas de pele em acampamento / Libre para ser sí-mismo: experiencias de adolescentes con enfermedades crónicas de piel en campamento / Freedom of being yourself: experiences of adolescents with chronic skin diseases at a camp

Resumo Objetivo compreender as experiências de adolescentes com doenças crônicas de pele que participaram de acampamento. Método estudo fenomenológico, com seis adolescentes com diagnóstico de doença crônica de pele, participantes de acampamento no Brasil. Coleta de dados: foram realizadas entrevistas fenomenológicas, no período de julho de 2015 a janeiro de 2016. Resultados três categorias temáticas emergiram e possibilitaram a compreensão do fenômeno. Participar do acampamento acarreta mudança na vida dos adolescentes e em seus modos-de-ser no mundo cotidiano. Impulsiona-os a refletir sobre o estigma já vivenciado anteriormente e as novas experiências, após participarem do acampamento, os auxilia no enfrentamento dos desafios da própria vida de maneira mais otimista. Conclusão Para os adolescentes, a experiência de participar do acampamento é transformadora, devido à possibilidade do encontro com pares e de vivenciar um ambiente livre de preconceito, permitindo ao adolescente ser si-mesmo. Implicações para prática Os acampamentos promovem interação entre pares, sendo estratégias acessíveis para profissionais de saúde, especialmente aos enfermeiros. Intervenções que, de fato, promovam assistência integral à saúde de crianças e adolescentes com condições crônicas de saúde e seus familiares, além da articulação entre serviços de complexidades distintas e seus profissionais de saúde, podem garantir o acesso ao cuidado de qualidade.

Resumen Objetivo Comprender las experiencias de adolescentes con enfermedades crónicas de piel que participaron de campamento. Método Estudio fenomenológico con seis adolescentes diagnosticados con la enfermedad, participantes del campamento en Brasil. Recopilación de datos: se realizaron entrevistas fenomenológicas desde julio/2015 hasta enero/2016. Resultados Tres categorías temáticas permitieron la comprensión del fenómeno. Participar de campamento produce cambios en la vida de los adolescentes y en sus modos-de-ser en el mundo cotidiano. Los influye a reflexionar sobre el estigma que han experimentado y las nuevas experiencias, después de participaren del campamento, los ayuda a enfrentar los desafíos de la vida de manera más optimista. Conclusión La experiencia del campamento es transformadora debido a la posibilidad de reunirse con sus compañeros y experimentar un ambiente libre de prejuicios, lo que permite que el adolescente sea si-mismo. Implicaciones para la práctica Los campamentos promueven interacción entre pares y son estrategias accesibles para los profesionales de salud, especialmente las enfermeras. Las intervenciones que, de hecho, promueven la atención integral de la salud para niños y adolescentes con enfermedades crónicas y sus familias, así como la articulación entre los servicios de diferentes complejidades y sus profesionales de salud, pueden garantizar el acceso a una atención de calidad.

Abstract Objective To understand the experiences of adolescents with chronic skin diseases who participated in a camp. Method Phenomenological study with six adolescents diagnosed with chronic skin disease, participants in a camp in Brazil. Data collection: phenomenological interviews were conducted from July 2015 to January 2016. Results Three thematic categories emerged and enabled the understanding of the phenomenon. Participating in the camp brings about change in the lives of adolescents and their ways of being in the everyday world. It encourages them to reflect on the stigma they have experienced before and the new experiences, after attending the camp, help them to cope with life's challenges in a more optimistic way. Conclusion For the adolescents, the experience of participating in the camp is transformative due to the possibility of meeting with peers and experiencing an environment free of prejudice, allowing the adolescent to be him/herself. Implications for practice Camps promote interaction among peers, being accessible strategies for health professionals, especially nurses. Interventions that, in fact, promote comprehensive health care for children and adolescents with chronic health conditions and their families, as well as the articulation between services of different complexities and their health professionals, can guarantee access to quality care.

The Role and Significance of Medical Social Worker Intervention in Camps for Diabetic Patients / 임상당뇨병

In diabetes camps, medical social workers interact with individuals and groups of participants to help them learn to adapt psychologically and emotionally to the stress from diabetes and to improve their ability to cope with interpersonal relationships. The change stage model (transtheoretical model) is applied to change the behavior of diabetics. Social worker intervention programs in diabetes camps provide opportunities for patients to manage their diabetes healthily by increasing self-esteem, participating in motivational counseling, and developing stress management, fear and conflict resolution. In particular, in the 2030 diabetes camp program, young diabetics can learn the personal importance of medical social workers through the ‘post-camp’ talk.

Health needs and priorities of Syrian refugees in camps and urban settings in Jordan: perspectives of refugees and health care providers

Background: The United Nations has declared the Syrian refugee crisis to be the biggest humanitarian emergency of our era. Neighbouring countries, such as Jordan, strain to meet the health needs of Syrian refugees in addition to their own citizens given limited resources.

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the perspectives of Syrian refugees in Jordan, Jordanian health care providers and other stakeholders in addressing the public health issues of the refugee crisis.

Methods: Qualitative and quantitative methodologies were used to explore Syrian refugee health needs and services in camp and urban settings in Jordan. Focus group discussions and key informant interviews were used to identify needs, challenges and potential solutions to providing quality health care to refugees. By-person factor analysis divided refugee participants into 4 unique respondent types and compared priorities for interventions.

Results: Focus group discussions and key informant interviews revealed a many different problems. Cost, limited resources, changing policies, livelihoods and poor health literacy impeded delivery of public and clinical health services. Respondent Type 1 emphasized the importance of policy changes to improve Syrian refugee health. Type 2 highlighted access to fresh foods and recreational activities for children. For Type 3, poor quality drinking-water was the primary concern, and Type 4 believed the lack of good, free education for Syrian children exacerbated their mental health problems.

Conclusions: Syrian refugees identified cost as the main barrier to health care access. Both refugees and health care providers emphasized the importance of directing more resources to chronic diseases and mental health

Benefícios da participação em um acampamento no autocuidado de crianças e adolescentes com diabetes: percepção das mães / Benefits of participation in a summer camp to self-care for children and adolescents with diabetes: the perception of mothers

Objetivo: Compreender a percepção das mães a respeito dos benefícios na rotina de seus filhos em relação ao autocuidado, após estes participarem de um acampamento de férias para jovens com diabetes. Métodos: Estudo descritivo qualitativo, realizado à luz do Interacionismo Simbólico e da Análise Qualitativa de Conteúdo, com sete mães que foram entrevistadas. Os dados foram codificados e agrupados por similaridade, emergindo as categorias temáticas. Resultados: Revelaram a importância do acampamento para promover a educação do autocuidado da criança/adolescente com diabetes, e os benefícios decorrentes dessa experiência, como promoção da independência, melhor controle e aceitação da doença, prazer em participar e extensão dos benefícios à família. Considerações Finais: O acampamento mostrou-se importante para promoção do autocuidado da criança/adolescente com diabetes e possibilitou a reflexão sobre como aprimorar essa modalidade educacional para que os conhecimentos e habilidades em diabetes desenvolvidos pela criança/adolescente possam ser ainda mais eficazes e duradores.

Prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder and depression among flood affected individuals of Sindh, Pakistan: a cross-sectional survey in camps five months after the flood

In 2010, Pakistan experienced the worst floods in its history affecting nearly 1.5 million people. Such events can lead to psychological disturbances among the affected persons. To assess post-traumatic stress disorder and depression among the affected population after floods in Sindh province. Cross-sectional study done in 3 relief camps set-up around Karachi during December 2010. A total of 422 adult individuals irrespective of age and gender were studied screening questionnaire for disaster mental health [SQD] was administered for post-traumatic stress disorder and depression. A single adult individual from each family was asked to respond to the questionnaire. All ethical issues were taken into consideration. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 18 and Excel 2007 software for frequencies and cross tabulation between categorical variables. Out of 422 individuals, 249[59%] had post-traumatic stress disorder. Depression was significant in 54.4% adults. Cross tabulation indicated that post-traumatic stress disorder and depression was more in females, illiterates and those living in joint family system. Increased use of addictive substance was found in individuals during their stay in the relief camps. Post-traumatic stress disorder and depression was found in victims who were living in camp following floods

Frequency and physical factors associated with gender-based violence in the internally displaced people of Pakistan

Gender-based violence frequency and associated physical factors were determined in internally displaced people camp of Jalozai [Pakistan]. Majority of families reported that security conditions were lacking and washrooms were neither illuminated [68%, n=29] nor locked [82%, n=31]. Reported incidents of emotional violence were 56% [n=35], physical violence 42% [n=26] and sexual violence 18% [n=11]. Health facilities reported 12 cases of gender-based violence/ month. No health education on prevention of gender-based violence [93%, n=56] neither psychologist was provided by any health facility. There was no refugee committee [95%, n=59] for women protection and health education [93%, n=56] for prevention of gender-based violence was done. To safeguard women and children proper lightening of passage, lock facilities in washrooms and timely reporting of gender-based violence cases should be ensured. This can be established by creating women protection committees and by conducting health education programs for gender-based violence

Effects of Diabetic Camp in Type 2 Diabetic Patients / 대한내과학회지

BACKGROUND/AIMS: When a patient is diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, it is important to help both the patient and their family members gain knowledge and confidence with regard to self-management. A diabetes camp is an excellent way to recognize the benefits of education. This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of diabetes camp on patients with type 2 diabetes. METHODS: This study comprised 30 patients with diabetes who had participated in a diabetes camp from August 2005 through August 2011. The effectiveness of the diabetes camp was examined retrospectively via clinical parameters, compliance behavior, and a self-esteem questionnaire. RESULTS: Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c; p = 0.004) was significantly decreased, while measures of self-esteem (p = 0.000) and compliance (p = 0.001) were significantly increased after attending the camp. No significant differences were observed in other clinical parameters, such as weight, body mass index (BMI), and lipid profiles, before and after camp attendance. CONCLUSIONS: Diabetes camp may be an effective way to control diabetes mellitus.

Os impactos na saúde no período de formação da oficial combatente / Health impacts during the formation of the official fighter

O foco deste trabalho monográfico é demonstrar que durante o período de formação no Corpo de Bombeiros Militar do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, as alunas estão mais sujeitas a se lesionarem do que os alunos durante as instruções técnico-profissionais, assim como são passíveis de algum agravo, mesmo que temporário, também a nível psicológico, ambos se devendo às próprias diferenças estruturais e fisiológicas entre os gêneros, bem como de um certo grau de discriminação com a mulher numa atividade operacional tipicamente masculina. Destacamos que as lesões mais frequentes ocorrem no aparelho osteolocomotor, seguidas das disfunções e infecções ginecológicas e das lesões de pele. A pesquisa baseou-se na revisão de prontuários médicos num questionário aplicado a todo efetivo feminino de cadetes da Academia de Bombeiros Militar D. Pedro II e na revisão bibliográfica.

Acampamento educacional para crianças asmáticas / Educational camp for children with asthma

OBJETIVO: Avaliar o impacto de um programa de acampamento educacional para crianças asmáticas, com duração de cinco dias, em termos da melhora do nível de conhecimento sobre a asma e da melhora da destreza no uso de medicação inalatória e na execução de exercícios físicos. MÉTODOS: Diariamente, as crianças recebiam 20 min de educação interativa, a técnica do uso do inalador dosimetrado era revista, realizavam-se duas medidas de pico de fluxo, e as crianças realizavam atividades físicas que incluíam exercícios respiratórios e de relaxamento. Um questionário que avaliava o conhecimento das crianças sobre a asma, os desencadeadores da crise, a medicação, os conceitos errôneos e o uso de espaçadores foi aplicado antes e após a intervenção. O uso correto da medicação inalatória e os sintomas relacionados às atividades físicas também foram avaliados antes e após a intervenção. RESULTADOS: Um total de 37 crianças asmáticas, 15 meninas e 22 meninos (idade de 8 a 10 anos), foi avaliado. Desse total, 25 por cento apresentaram melhora do nível de conhecimento específico sobre a asma, a qual foi demonstrada pelo maior número de acertos em três das doze questões analisadas (p < 0,05). Os escores de dispnéia relacionada à atividade física diminuíram significativamente após a intervenção (p < 0,05). A habilidade para usar corretamente a medicação inalatória foi significativamente maior após a intervenção (p < 0,05). CONCLUSÕES: O programa de acampamento educacional pode aumentar o conhecimento sobre questões específicas, encorajar a participação em atividades físicas e melhorar a habilidade das crianças no manejo da asma.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the impact of a 5-day educational camp program for children with asthma in terms of improving their knowledge of asthma and enhancing their performance in the use of inhaled medication and in physical activities. METHODS: Every day, the children received 20-min interactive educational sessions, the technique for using the metered-dose inhaler was reviewed, two peak flow readings were recorded, and the children performed physical activities that included breathing and relaxation exercises. A questionnaire regarding knowledge of asthma, as well as asthma triggers, asthma medications, misconceptions regarding asthma, and the use of spacers, was administered before and after the intervention. Correct use of inhaled medication and exercise-related symptoms were also evaluated before and after the intervention. RESULTS: A total of 37 children with asthma, aged 8-10 years (15 females and 22 males), were included in this study. Of those, 25 percent showed an improvement in the level of knowledge of asthma after the educational camp program, as evidenced by the greater number of correct answers on three of the twelve questions analyzed (p < 0.05). The exercise-related dyspnea scores decreased significantly (p < 0.05). The ability to use inhaled medication correctly was significantly improved after the intervention (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: The asthma educational camp program can improve knowledge about specific questions, encourage participation in physical activities, and improve the asthma management skills of children.

[ rate of pediculosis capitis in students participating in summer camps in different provinces of Iran]

To determine the rate of Pediculosis Capitis among Iranian students participating in bonyad-e-mostazafan summer camps. This is a cross-sectional study of Perdiculosis Capitis rate among 13206 students from different provinces of Iran in 1384 [2005]. The students were examined immediately after arrival the camps. Examination was then carried out by general practitionnaires through direct observation of the hair. The hair and scalp were examined for Pediculosis Capitis by hand separation of the hair every 1-2 cm. the presence of either live or head eggs, or nits, was considered infestation with Pediculosis Capitis. The data analysis was done by SPSS soft ware and chi square. The total number of children from 21 provinces of Iran was 13, 206. Of all these subjects, 758 [5.7%] were infested by Pediculosis Capitis. 3 [0.1%] of the infested cases were boys and 755 [9.9%] were girls. The results showed a significant sex difference in infested cases [P = 0/000]. The most prevalence was seen in Sistan and Baluchestan [11.1%]. Hormozgan [10.6%]. and Ardebil [7.1%]. Also according the results, the education level of the mother, was found to be associated with the rate of infestation [P = 0.039]. Father education level had no meaningful association. Pediculosis Capitis infestation is a disease of adolescence with a higher prevalence in girls. This skin parasite has a wide distribution all over the country and a significant association with sex and maternal education

Improved glycemic control among Thai children and young adults with type 1 diabetes participating in the diabetes camp.

Diabetes Education Program, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital has provided summer camps for Thai children with type 1 diabetes since 1990. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the diabetes camp in glycemic control. Twenty male and forty-two female patients participated in the 5-day diabetes camp held in Karnchanaburi, Thailand in 2003. The mean age was 14.1 +/- 4.3 years and the mean duration of disease was 4.5 +/- 3.5 years. Fifty out of sixty-two patients returned for a 3-month-postcamp visit. The glycemic control improved significantly. The mean precamp and postcamp HbA1c levels were 10.0 +/- 3.1% and 9.0 +/- 2.6% (p = 0.008) respectively. The diabetes camp is a valuable program for patients to learn diabetes-self management skills, especially in countries where the diabetes education programs are not always available.

Spatial and verbal memory test scores following yoga and fine arts camps for school children.

The performance scores of children (aged 11 to 16 years) in verbal and spatial memory tests were compared for two groups (n = 30, each), one attending a yoga camp and the other a fine arts camp. Both groups were assessed on the memory tasks initially and after ten days of their respective interventions. A control group (n = 30) was similarly studied to assess the test-retest effect. At the final assessment the yoga group showed a significant increase of 43% in spatial memory scores (Multivariate analysis, Tukey test), while the fine arts and control groups showed no change. The results suggest that yoga practice, including physical postures, yoga breathing, meditation and guided relaxation improved delayed recall of spatial information.

Intestinal parasites and commensals among individuals from a landless camping in the rural area of Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil

We evaluated the occurrence of intestinal parasites and commensals among children and adults from a landless camping in the rural area of Uberlândia, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil, from October to November 2001. Stool samples from 78 individuals were examined by both the Baermann-Moraes and Lutz methods. Fifty-one (65.4 percent; CI 54.8 - 76.0) individuals were found to be infected, 23 (45.1 percent) children and 28 (54.9 percent) adults, of whom 34 (66.7 percent) were mono-infected, 9 (17.6 percent) bi-infected, and 8 (15.7 percent) poly-infected. In conclusion, the high prevalence of intestinal parasites and commensals suggests that parasitological exams should be periodically carried out in addition to the sanitation education and health special care in this population

Projeto "Diabetes Weekend": proposta de educação em diabnetes mellitus tipo 1 / Diabetes Weekend Project: proposal for education on type 1 diabetes mellitus

A educação em diabetes é parte imprescindível do tratamento do paciente, associado ao controle metabõlico adequado, atividade física e dieta. O maior nível de conhecimento sobre a doença e suas complicações estão relacionadas a uma melhora da qualidade de vida, com redução do número de crises de hipoglicemia, menor número de internações hospitalares, melhor controle metabõlico e maior aceitação da doença. Apresenta-se uma proposta de educação em diabetes na forma de colõnia de fim de semana associada a educação via internet, através do projeto educacional Diabetes Weekend. Objetiva-se informar e alertar médicos e educadores da área de saúde da importância da educação em forma de colõnia de fim de semana na prevenção de complicações agudas e crõnicas do diabetes mellitus tipo 1 e seu impacto sobre a qualidade de vida dos pacientes.

Educaçäo em diabetes: papel e resultados das colônias de férias / Education in diabetes: role and result of vacation resort

É essencial atuar na atençao ao indivíduo diabético, visando sua qualidade de vida e a longevidade. O sucesso desta meta depende da educaçao em diabetes (DM). Características regionais e disponibilidade de recursos fizeram com que centros de atençao ao DM criassem programas específicos de educaçao. Mostramos a experiência de educaçao de jovens com DM1 através de Colônias de Férias (CF) da UNIFESP-ADJ, mediante o convívio com equipe multiprofissional de saúde, que tem a oportunidade de adquirir experiência no manejo do DM. Um total de 790 jovens já participaram das 18 CF realizadas. Oferece-se 9 dias de lazer programado, com dieta adequada e exercícios nos 3 períodos do dia. Glicemia capilar é feita sobre a qual se baseiam ajustes nas doses de insulina. Questionário de avaliaçao de conhecimentos é aplicado no primeiro e último dias e ocorrem seminários abordando temas diversos. Reunioes da equipe visam discutir casos e condutas. Sao obtidas medidas antropométricas, pressao arterial e amostras de sangue e urina e relatórios fornecidos ao final. Para o jovem as CF representam oportunidade de conscientizar-se da possibilidade de uma vida normal. A melhora dos conhecimentos teóricos é comprovada pela comparaçao da pontuaçao obtida nos questionários. Observam os benefícios da alimentaçao adequada associada ao exercício e assimilam a importância do bom controle na prevençao de complicaçoes crônicas. Vivenciam hipoglicemias, mas aprendem a programar suas doses segundo o exercício a ser realizado, identificar seus sintomas e tratá-la. Melhoram os níveis pressóricos, o controle glicêmico e o perfil lipídico. A equipe multiprofissional recebe subsídios para atuar com mais eficácia na educaçao do jovem e melhorar o relacionamento médico-paciente. As CF permitem reconhecer a complexidade do tratamento do DM e a necessidade de trabalho integrado com o paciente e sua família para a obtençao de bom controle metabólico. Assumindo-se que o controle metabólico é importante para a prevençao das complicaçoes crônicas do DM, também a longo prazo benefícios da educaçao nas CF devem ser detectados. O modelo proposto de educaçao em DN através de CF se mostrou viável e eficaz, contribuindo para melhora da qualidade de vida do jovem diabético e formaçao de profissionais nesta área. Concluímos que esta proposta, já compartilhada por outros centros no Brasil, deva ser amplamente divulgada.

Autocontrol metabólico en diabetes mellitus insulinodependientes y campamento de verano / Metabolic selfcontrol in insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus and summer camping

El buen control metabólico de la diabetes mellitus insulino-dependiente retrasa la aparición de complicaciones crónicas, lo que requiere educación del paciente y de su familia. La Fundación de Diabetes Juvenil de Chile organiza campamentos educativos a niños y adolescentes con esta patología. Se propone evaluar esta actividad mediante hemoglobina glicosilada Alc (Hba l c) y conocer la percepción de las madres sobre el control de sus hijos. Material y Método: determinación de HbA l c por inmunoanálisis a niños diabéticos en el campamento, dos o cuatro meses después y encuesta a las madres posterior al campamento. Resultados: los valores promedios de HbA l c en 26 niños fueron 9.23 por ciento y 9.11 por ciento y 9.29 por ciento respectivamente. El test de student no mostró diferencia significativa. El test de Kappa para comparar HbA l c con impresión materna , no mostró concordancia. Conclusiones: a) Los promedios de HbA l c están por encima de los valores aceptados, b) Los campamentos de verano no modifican los valores HbA l c y no hay correlación entre resultados metabólico y la percepción materna del estado de salud de su hijo

A Model of Camp Program for Childhood Asthma / 소아알레르기및호흡기학회지

PURPOSE: Asthma prevalence, morbidity, and mortality have been increasing in the whole world in recent years, especially among children. The estimated prevalence of asthma among children in the United States has been increased by almost 40% from 1981 to 1988, making asthma a predominant cause of morbidity in childhood. Recognition of the continued significant social and economic impact of asthma has led the medical community to consider new management strategies emphasizing patient education. Educating asthmatic children about the disease can have demonstrable long-term benefits, including improved independence and compliance as well as better control of asthma symptoms. The specialized asthma summer camps were developed in the late 1960s to provide pleasant camping experiences for the children perceived to be too ill to participate in regular camps. Despite the usefulness and the need of the asthma camp programs, there are a few asthma camp programs developed in Korea. METHODS: As an effort to develop the Korean camp programs for childhood asthma, this study proposes a model of 4-days-camp program for 20 patients who diagnosed as asthma. RESULTS: This successful exercise the model will achieve better control of childhood asthma by leading the patients to participate actively in their asthma treatment. CONCLUSION: Further studies are needed to investigate empirically the positive effects of asthma education programs in camp settings in terms of asthma exacerbations and school day absences due to asthma.